What are you wearing today?! Show me your CS!

[nala]

So I'm wearing my new to me tanzanite and diamond ring. I can't quite decide if it's more violet or blue, bc it changes colors according to the lighting. Having fun getting to know it.

 

[nala]

Here it is again looking blue

 

[Burmesedaze]

This is just a slight change, but I ordered this tiny, 14k owl on a moon and restrung the spinel beads to attach the owl. This is what I wore yesterday with my ruby ring, and 2 bracelets. One is diamond ( rather warm tone) and the other is my spessartite and pink spinel.
I'm happy with the necklace but I wonder if it would look better with a little star somewhere, or a tiny, sparkle diamond which looks like a star. What do you think?

Maybe a tiny diamond star or just a tiny solitaire at the tip of the crescent moon next to the owl?

 

[chatoyancy]

Here it is again looking blue

It's a beautiful tanzanite! Blue, purple, "blurple", I just love the color. To me, tanzanite is like imperial topaz or tsavorite garnet in that it is just a beautiful stone from pastel to deep. Not all gems are beautiful in their full range.

 

[Bluegemz]

Maybe a tiny diamond star or just a tiny solitaire at the tip of the crescent moon next to the owl?

I think it needs a star as well. Thanks, now I know what to do. It's just a matter of finding the right one.

 

[Bluegemz]

Here it is again looking blue

Looking great, Nala! I'd be very fascinated with the color shifting of a ring like yours. Congratulations on your new beauty!

 

[Lisa Loves Shiny]

Nala- beautiful tanzanite and beautiful setting.

 

[nala]

Wow! Thanks so much for the lovely compliments! For some reason, my ring is not very photogenic so I am glad you all can appreciate it anyhow!

 

[Seaglow]

Today is Paraiba day. Overlooking is Hongkong's Victoria Harbour.

 

[mochiko42]

Today is Paraiba day. Overlooking is Hongkong's Victoria Harbour.

Hello from Central! Are you here for the Christie's auctions? Enjoy Hong Hong, it's nice right now though supposed to rain later this week.

 

[Seaglow]

Hello from Central! Are you here for the Christie's auctions? Enjoy Hong Hong, it's nice right now though supposed to rain later this week.

How did you know? Yes! I'm in HK for the auction. Today is bags and wallets auction though. The jewels ended yesterday. Are you attending the auction as well?

 

[mochiko42]

How did you know? Yes! I'm in HK for the auction. Today is bags and wallets auction though. The jewels ended yesterday. Are you attending the auction as well?

I'm at work so unfortunately cannot attend. I was thinking of viewing the preauction exhibit they had over the weekend but was too lazy. There are auctions every couple of months it seems so I get a bit lazy and usually don't go unless the exhibit is happening at the same time as one of the gem shows. There's some nice jewels by Asian designers available this time that I saw on Christie's site. Have you got your eye on anything in particular?

 

[Seaglow]

I'm at work so unfortunately cannot attend. I was thinking of viewing the preauction exhibit they had over the weekend but was too lazy. There are auctions every couple of months it seems so I get a bit lazy and usually don't go unless the exhibit is happening at the same time as one of the gem shows. There's some nice jewels by Asian designers available this time that I saw on Christie's site. Have you got your eye on anything in particular?

I haven't! I'm only staying a couple of days in HK. I stay near the Convention Center. It would be nice to meet up with you if you have time!

 

[Seaglow]

Christie's have fantastic lighting for my emerald and paraiba rings.

 

[Bluegemz]

Christie's have fantastic lighting for my emerald and paraiba rings.

Seaglow, how fun! I've always wanted to attend a big auction. Your rings are beautiful!

 

[Bluegemz]

I haven't been posting recently because I've been on a pearl wearing spree, but today I'm wearing my grey moonstone pendant and earrings, and my carved, antique lavender/blue/green dragon/Phoenix bangle. Usual sapphire ring with diamond earrings, I thought I wouldn't wear these moonstones until the Fall, but they go nicely with my shirt for office wear.

 

[Bluegemz]

And, I've been shopping for sometime for a star sapphire ring. I'm so excited to have finally found the one! It hasn't arrived yet, but I have to share a picture. The star is stronger than in this picture, but I just love this dreamy look. Reminds me of a jellyfish sitting on a bed of diamonds. It's 18.81 carats. I'll post a bunch more pics when it srrives on friday!

 

[Bluegemz]

This was the other one that I was deciding on, a 28 carat, Art Deco sapphire. It would have needed quite a bit of restoration. The star doesn't show well in this picture, but it had a strong star....

 

[Bluegemz]

Here..,

 

[Seaglow]

Love both the star sapphires Bluegemz!

 

[Bluegemz]

Love both the star sapphires Bluegemz!

Seaglow, thank you! It was a TOUGH decision.im still sad that I can't have them both. I love them equally.

 

[Catmom]

Seaglow, I love your rings!

Today I am wearing rubies.......

 

[elle_71125]

I love that unique setting Catmom. Your ruby is just glowing!

 

[Burmesedaze]

Tough choice between the ethereal and the bold, Bluegemz! Can't go wetting with either but I do think I like the subtlety of your choice just a bit better than the other

Catmom, that ring is an inspiration! Gorgeous ruby!

 

[minousbijoux]

Wow, love the color of that ruby, Catmom.

 

[Bluegemz]

Tough choice between the ethereal and the bold, Bluegemz! Can't go wetting with either but I do think I like the subtlety of your choice just a bit better than the other

Catmom, that ring is an inspiration! Gorgeous ruby!

Burmezedaze, I appreciate the support about my choice of the more ethereal star sapphire. I kind of agonized over deciding, so it's great to get another opinion! Thanks.

 

[Bluegemz]

That's a pretty ruby set, Catmom!

 

[minousbijoux]

Burmezedaze, I appreciate the support about my choice of the more ethereal star sapphire. I kind of agonized over deciding, so it's great to get another opinion! Thanks.

And I'll add that I second your choice - there is something more graceful about it and the craftsmanship looks great.

 

[Burmesedaze]

Wetting=wrong.
Autocorrect's fault, not mine

 

[Burmesedaze]

Today is Paraiba day. Overlooking is Hongkong's Victoria Harbour.

Such luminescence, even in the shade.